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Matt Wilkinson is active (and wearing No. 71).

The Giants optioned Reiver Sanmartin to Triple-A to open a spot.

Giants also claimed lefty Philip Abner from Arizona and optioned him as well.

Susac/Bader go on the 60-day IL.

• The original tugboat, the Charlotte Dundas, first sailed in 1803. Designed by William Symington, the Charlotte Dundas successfully towed two 70-ton barges in Glasgow along the Forth and Clyde Canal. Using a 10-hp steam-driven engine linked directly to the paddle crank, she measured 56 ft long by 18 ft wide, and was also the world's first practical steamboat application.
• Modern tugboats are primarily diesel driven. They come in a variety of configurations, like ITB and ATB (integrated vs articulated tug and barge), and can be seagoing or harbor boats. Harbor tugs can also assist with cargo operations, and showcase omnidirectional propellers that allow 360 degrees of travel. They also often feature a deluge gun to assist in firefighting efforts.
• Popular film and television tugboats include the Narcissus of "Tugboat Annie" fame, and the lovable Theodore Tugboat, the titular character of the show bearing his namesake.
• Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson is expected to make his MLB pitching maiden voyage for the Giants tonight against his former organization. Weighing an impressive 250 lbs. on a 6'1" frame, he showcases his "invisible" fastball, while mixing in the slider, changeup and cutter. His nickname "Tugboat" was bestowed upon him by his dad's best friend in his Little League World Series days, because he "wasn't moving too fast around the bases..."

Sources:

1. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Charlotte-Dundas
2. https://web.archive.org/web/20040620005550/http://www.crawford-john.org.uk/symintn.htm
3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tugboat
4. https://www.mlb.com/giants/news/matt-tugboat-wilkinson-called-up-by-giants

AI disclaimer: This shitpost was entirely written by bored human hands.

HOGS OUT.

Bailey was a good Giant. I'll always remember the inside-the-parker. "Bailey's on the move! Bailey's on the move!" I hope he can sort out his swing and continue doing good things.

In 18 starts for the Giants this year he went 3-9 with a 5.13 ERA. In his 18 starts in 2025 and 2026 without the Giants, he went 7-4 with a 2.01 ERA

Were any fans visiting Cleveland at the game last night? I was there and it wasn't good. Leadoff walks lead to runs, and it was again proved true. It was still a nice evening for a game.

I have a Duane Kuiper jersey, and I got several positive comments last night. Thanks!

Postgame Thread 8/18/2026

Final Score: Giants 1, Guardians 8

Purpose of this thread

• Discuss developing baseball action LIVE

• Discuss the Giants game

• Post hilarious memes / images / gifs / information that may not deserve a front-page post of its own. If it's big news, feel free to do both! This, and the gameday thread, are good places to post your Dodger jokes and memes.

• Discuss ANYTHING as long as it follows the rules of conduct.

Highlights

Nominate your Player of the Game (POTG). Upvote your choice if it's posted, or add your own!

For more off-topic fun, check out /r/SFGSocial!

The Giants say Willy Adames (back) can do full baseball work, although he's not yet in the lineup.

Marcelo Mayer will continue rehabbing with Sacramento for now.

Jesus Rodriguez will start a rehab assignment later this week; they do plan to have him play some infield when he's back.